Newcastle Dam
Texas — Young County — WHISKEY CREEK
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Young |
| River | WHISKEY CREEK |
| Coordinates | 33.17934, -98.74825 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 34 ft |
| Dam Height | 34 ft |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| NID Storage | 310 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 310 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 22, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1912 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF NEWCASTLE |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.